Power of Attorney: What Does That Mean in Florida?
Independence is a word commonly heard from seniors when discussing plans with their families. They want their independence. They have earned their independence. And we aren’t here to disagree. When it comes to the matters of aging, there is no guarantee that aging will happen in a way that always allows for independent decision-making. Since […]
What is an Elder Law Attorney?
An Elder Law Attorney is first and foremost an advocate for a senior and their loved ones. Family and estate attorneys are specialists in their field, handling a wide range of legal matters affecting older and/or disabled people. These are important issues that affect the emotional, physical, and financial needs of the elderly. Elder Law […]
Assisted Living: Expectations and Resources
A move to assisted living is a big step in the life of a senior. Planned or unplanned, the move must be handled with a delicate firmness. This needs an understanding like few other events in life. The role reversal of adult child to decision-maker requires humility and a great deal of empathy. Remove all […]
Downsizing to Assisted Living: When is the Time Right?
A move to senior living requires accepting that a smaller space is okay. As Dr. Dennis McCullough encourages in his phenomenal book, “My Mother, Your Mother,” take a look around the space your loved one lives in now. What rooms are they actually using? (Rooms used for storing “stuff” do not count!) You most likely […]
An Aging Plan for Senior Living
Every week I meet seniors and their families who are struggling to make a plan in the middle of a crisis. Most of these situations could have been avoided, or at least minimized, by conversations about goals and plans for the future. It’s a hard conversation for most families, but necessary. Talking about aging and […]